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Oliver K. living

Is Mountain View a good place to live?

Hey everyone, Born and raised here. Average temperature is around 58--F, so the weather is moderate. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Am I wrong here? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
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Natalie R.
Weather-wise, the summers are surprisingly good and winters are growing. You get used to it after the first year.
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Cooper H.
I've been living here for 12 years and I'd say I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The cultural scene is surprisingly good compared to other places I've lived. Overall No regrets on my end..
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Jayden Collins
I've been living here for 12 years and I'd say I'm still on the fence after all this time. The job market is solid compared to other places I've lived. Overall It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Julian Mendoza
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 4-bedroom. I love the pace of life here. Compared to LA it's underrated.
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Isabelle T.
glad someone said it
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Joshua Robinson
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.

I'm a data analyst who relocated here from Phoenix about 13 years ago. The main reasons were cost of living and retirement.

Pros I've experienced:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Good airport with direct flights
- Strong sense of community

Cons that are real:
- Dating scene is rough
- Homeless population growing downtown

Financially, we've found it decent compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are developing, gas is surprisingly good.

Socially, it was the best decision I ever made. No regrets on my end..
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Ruby Sanders
Hot take but I love the pace of life here. I know a lot of people disagree but after 4 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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